What does the Short Story Index provide?

The Short Story Index serves as a specialized resource that helps users locate short stories within various anthologies. It is specifically designed to provide detailed access to a range of works by offering separate indexes for different elements, including the title of the short story, the name of the author, and the first line of the story. This functionality is particularly useful for researchers, educators, and readers who are seeking to find specific short stories or explore works by certain authors.

The organization of the Short Story Index into distinct sections for titles, authors, and first lines enhances its usability. It allows users to easily navigate and locate stories within a vast array of published anthologies, making it an essential tool for those interested in short fiction. As a result, it functions effectively as a dedicated guide to the short story genre rather than serving as a broader library catalog or bibliography of short stories alone.